Many warehousing and logistics companies are now using AGVs ( Automated Guided Vehicles). So, what is the navigation principle of AGVs? What are their advantages? Let me explain this to you.
Laser navigation: The AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) is equipped with precise reflectors along its travel path. The AGV determines its current position and direction by emitting laser beams and simultaneously collecting the laser beams reflected by the reflectors. AGV initial position calculation: When the AGV is stationary, the laser scanner can detect at least four laser beams and identify at least four reflectors. Knowing the precise positions (X, Y) of the reflectors, the AGV continuously calculates its current position, correlates the estimated new position with the reflectors, and corrects its own position accordingly to adjust its next action.
The advantages of laser navigation are that the AGV is accurately positioned, no other positioning facilities are needed on the ground, and the driving path can be flexibly changed.
The disadvantages of laser navigation are that due to the complexity of laser navigation control and the high investment cost of laser technology, the reflector and AGV laser sensor cannot be directly obstructed, making it unsuitable for occasions where there is logistics interference in the air.
